Keep Your Right Up
This film is made up several sketches in which certain actors play several real or fictional roles to a background of rock music. The lead character, played by Godard himself, is an annoyingly perfectionist film-maker determined to wring every last drop of the finest performance possible from his stars.
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Plot Summary
A bumbling amateur spy, Antoine is sent on what he believes is a top-secret mission to protect a beautiful woman. Unbeknownst to him, the woman is actually a dangerous assassin being pursued by both the police and a rival syndicate. Antoine's misguided attempts at heroism consistently foil the efforts of the authorities and the criminals alike, leading to a series of escalating comedic mishaps.
Critical Reception
Keep Your Right Up! was a moderate commercial success in France, known for its slapstick humor and fast-paced action sequences. While not critically acclaimed, it was popular with audiences for its lighthearted and often absurd comedic style, characteristic of director Jean-Marie Poiré's work.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its relentless energy and physical comedy.
- Appreciated for its over-the-top, farcical plot.
- Seen as a quintessential example of 1980s French comedic cinema.
Google audience: Audience reception is difficult to gauge due to limited availability of aggregated Google user reviews for this specific film. However, general sentiment from French film enthusiasts often highlights its fun, silly nature and nostalgic appeal.
Fun Fact
The film's title, 'Keep Your Right Up!', is a reference to a boxing term, emphasizing the protagonist's comically inept attempts at self-defense and bravery throughout the movie.
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